North Elem School vs South Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Elem School
Crystal Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
638 students
South Elem School
Crystal Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
| Measure | North Elem School Crystal Lake, Illinois | South Elem School Crystal Lake, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #754 of 2,303 | #390 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #23562 of 50,301 | #14294 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 638 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.3% | 26.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| city | Crystal Lake | Crystal Lake |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 52.3).
- •South Elem School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •South Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •South Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.7% vs 29.3%).
- •South Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.0).
- •North Elem School is the larger school with 638 students compared with 390.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Elem School better than South Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), South Elem School ranks higher (65.8 vs 52.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Elem School and South Elem School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Crystal Lake and Crystal Lake in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elem School: 638. South Elem School: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elem School and South Elem School rank in Illinois?
North Elem School is 754th of 2,303 and South Elem School is 390th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).